Immaculate Conception
Reading, Day 8
December 6: From the writings of Saint Francis Anthony of Lucera (1681-1742)
How beautiful are your sandaled feet, O Daughter of the Prince! (Song 7:2)
First Consideration
O soul, ponder how, transparent and pure as She was … Tell me more
Reading, Day 5
December 3: From the writings of Saint Bernardine of Siena (1380-1444)
That the Blessed Virgin is the noblest Woman in the whole world according to the flesh.
The first star, or grace, is called nobility. For the … Tell me more
Reading, Day 4
From the writings of Blessed John Duns Scotus (1266-1308)
Was the Blessed Virgin conceived in sin? The answer is no, for as Augustine writes: When sin is treated, there can be no inclusion of Mary in the … Tell me more
Reading, Day 3
From the writings of Saint Bonaventure of Bagnoregio (1221-1274)
Who shall find a valiant woman? Far and from the uttermost coasts is the price of her (Proverbs 31,1s). This is the price of which the Apostle says: … Tell me more
Reading, Day 2
From the writings of Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231)
A. As sweet-smelling incense in the summertime, and as a bright fire and frankincense burning in the fire (Eccl 5: 8-9).
It is said in Genesis: the Lord … Tell me more
Reading, Day 1
From the writings of our Seraphic Father Saint Francis (1182-1226)
A. Therefore, O sons of men, how long will you be hard of heart? Why do you not recognize the truth and believe In the Son of … Tell me more
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